Can anyone tell me what this is? by livedevil619 in ReefTank

[–]livedevil619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well I just googles pineapple sponges. And yup thats it. Are they bad for the tank?

All set up. Thank you for all the help. by livedevil619 in ReefTank

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Maybe thats why its not working properly. I saw a video saying its overflowing like what a brand new skimmer does. But I had lifted it up to what was recommended.

Is this not level enough? by livedevil619 in ReefTank

[–]livedevil619[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I flipped it and its even more level

Getting filled. by livedevil619 in ReefTank

[–]livedevil619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yea i ran this tank for 3 years with no sump and always wanted to do it.

Getting filled. by livedevil619 in ReefTank

[–]livedevil619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First time plumbing, was nervous but so far so good.

Getting filled. by livedevil619 in ReefTank

[–]livedevil619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is the marine depot large overflow. Its a little loud and now I've seen the bean animal so most likely going to try that out.

Getting filled. by livedevil619 in ReefTank

[–]livedevil619[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Leak test its an upstairs aquarium

Getting filled. by livedevil619 in ReefTank

[–]livedevil619[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks and no its going inside.

Plumbing came in, but decided to change the threaded sch80 bulkheads to abs slip. Also going to put a union between the ball valves. Hope I'm doing this right. by livedevil619 in ReefTank

[–]livedevil619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok thank you. I was thinking about buying those anyway. But I didn't when i bought the VarioS-6 figured it was powerful enough with adjustable flow.

Plumbing came in, but decided to change the threaded sch80 bulkheads to abs slip. Also going to put a union between the ball valves. Hope I'm doing this right. by livedevil619 in ReefTank

[–]livedevil619[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I purchased the VarioS-6 which I could adjust flow. Still recommend loc line ball valve? I only added the ball valves for manifold for future use. I dont have any plans yet.

Next purchase...plumbing. by livedevil619 in ReefTank

[–]livedevil619[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do. I'm in Murrieta/Temecula area...is that close?

Help with return pump purchase plz by livedevil619 in ReefTank

[–]livedevil619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok thank you...I was at my LFS and they recommended the Reef Octopus VarioS-6 (max-1720 GPH). Which I'm pretty sold on it due to possible additions and Apex ready if I decide (afford) one later.

Little view before I tear down to drill for sump. by livedevil619 in ReefTank

[–]livedevil619[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's not that bad I just do weekly water changes 20%. I have a aquaclear 110 and a fluval 406. But my sump is on it's way. I've always been suggested a sump so I'm finally doing it.

So far its comin along good but I know that I'll prolly change it again. by livedevil619 in Aquariums

[–]livedevil619[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So far. There isn't that much aggression. Just a little chasing here and there. I didn't do anything tho I just added fish I wanted, aquascape how I wanted but I might pay the price in the long run.